Flag of Spain

About This Flag

The Spanish flag features three horizontal stripes — a wide central yellow (gold) stripe flanked by narrower red stripes on top and bottom. The national coat of arms appears on the left side of the gold stripe.

Capital: Madrid

Current flag adopted: 1981

Colors & Design

Pattern: Horizontal Stripes

Fun Facts

• Spain's flag is nicknamed "la Rojigualda" (the red and yellow).
• The coat of arms includes the Pillars of Hercules, representing the Strait of Gibraltar.

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